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More than 200 people were brave enough to take the plunge this past weekend at the Winterfest Polar Bear Swim.

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BY STAFF   February 09, 2010 05:02

BARRIE - More than 200 people were brave enough to take the plunge this past weekend at the Winterfest Polar Bear Swim.

The event was presented and supervised by the City of Barrie Aquatics Staff and Barrie Fire Department.

The annual dip, held at Centennial Beach, attracts jumpers of all ages.

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